I had an explant of my Allergan textured implants 5 weeks ago. I have been doing daily massage. It seems I have a point of adhesion on both breasts right under my areola. When I push up on my breasts from the bottom this area sticks down, I have included pictures to show the dents caused by the area that is sticking or adhering down. Can this be corrected and what is the recommendation for the correction?
Answer: After breast explant Five weeks is still early, it can take several months for the tissue to settle down. Revisions too soon with dense areas will limit results. After time, the areas are likely to soften and smooth out on their own. Otherwise, options can be discussed which may include a combination of scar tissue removal, fat transfer, new implants, or no surgery.Close follow up with your plastic surgeon is recommended during this time for instructions.
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Answer: After breast explant Five weeks is still early, it can take several months for the tissue to settle down. Revisions too soon with dense areas will limit results. After time, the areas are likely to soften and smooth out on their own. Otherwise, options can be discussed which may include a combination of scar tissue removal, fat transfer, new implants, or no surgery.Close follow up with your plastic surgeon is recommended during this time for instructions.
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September 6, 2019
Answer: Post op breast issues Thank you for your question and for your photos. Based on your photos provided, this type of event is sometimes common. I would advise you to continue to massage the breasts for further improvement. Please note that the implants are removed and it will take months to adjust in place.
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September 6, 2019
Answer: Post op breast issues Thank you for your question and for your photos. Based on your photos provided, this type of event is sometimes common. I would advise you to continue to massage the breasts for further improvement. Please note that the implants are removed and it will take months to adjust in place.
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September 4, 2019
Answer: Deformity after implant removal Five weeks after explantation, there are still changes occuring. Vigorous massage may still be of benefit. I also have had success in correcting similar problems with the use of theraputic ultrasound. You did not mention why you had your implants removed or if you are open to having them replaced with non textured implants, as this would also be a way to correct the problem. If conservative measures have not achieved the desired result after three months , some type of surgical correction will probably be required. This might be as simple as release of scar tissue or involve more complex procedures with the use of tissue substitutes such as Alloderm .
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September 4, 2019
Answer: Deformity after implant removal Five weeks after explantation, there are still changes occuring. Vigorous massage may still be of benefit. I also have had success in correcting similar problems with the use of theraputic ultrasound. You did not mention why you had your implants removed or if you are open to having them replaced with non textured implants, as this would also be a way to correct the problem. If conservative measures have not achieved the desired result after three months , some type of surgical correction will probably be required. This might be as simple as release of scar tissue or involve more complex procedures with the use of tissue substitutes such as Alloderm .
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September 4, 2019
Answer: How can I have the dents and adhesions from my breast explant corrected? (photos) This should improve with time and massage. Based on your picture this can probably be fixed with fat transfer to the breast. It is not unreasonable to observe a waiting period of six months after explantation before the determination for breast lift or breast fat transfer is made. This will give your breasts time to bounce back and your PS time to determine what type of lift, if any, is needed. An in-person consultation with a board certified PS would be best to determine the optimal time for the fat transfer.
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September 4, 2019
Answer: How can I have the dents and adhesions from my breast explant corrected? (photos) This should improve with time and massage. Based on your picture this can probably be fixed with fat transfer to the breast. It is not unreasonable to observe a waiting period of six months after explantation before the determination for breast lift or breast fat transfer is made. This will give your breasts time to bounce back and your PS time to determine what type of lift, if any, is needed. An in-person consultation with a board certified PS would be best to determine the optimal time for the fat transfer.
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September 4, 2019
Answer: Explant alone often need lift revision In your frontal view, your breasts are hanging low on the chest wall. I recommend a lift using The Bellesoma Method. This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained, if not injured during your previous surgery. At the same time or later, fat transfers can be performed if additional volume is desired.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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September 4, 2019
Answer: Explant alone often need lift revision In your frontal view, your breasts are hanging low on the chest wall. I recommend a lift using The Bellesoma Method. This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained, if not injured during your previous surgery. At the same time or later, fat transfers can be performed if additional volume is desired.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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